Pioneering comedian and entertainer, Joan Rivers, dies aged 81

The showbusiness legend that was Joan Rivers, has sadly passed away. Her daughter, Melissa Rivers, said in a statement: “It is with great sadness that I announce the death of my mother, Joan Rivers. She passed peacefully at 1.17pm (Thursday) surrounded by family and close friends.”

Transgender soldiers may be allowed to serve openly in U.S. military

In a report issued earlier this week, top Pentagon officials have said that it is 'likely' that trans citizens would be allowed to serve openly in the U.S. armed forces.

The 29 page document issued by retired Major General Gale S Pollock, former acting surgeon general of the Army General Clara Adams-Ender and former US Army chief General Thomas A Kolditz, is being likened to the downfall of the 'Don't Ask Don't Tell' policy that stopped many gay and lesbian citizens serving.